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Today’s Lesson 20 topic: MANAGING RESOURCES

Date: 18 January 2026

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TOPIC: MANAGING RESOURCES

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, help me to be prudent with resources in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
The teacher should review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Genesis 39:2-4

2 And the Lord was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian.
3 And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand.
4 And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.” Matthew 25:16.

INTRODUCTION

Resources in general are anything that is useful and adds value to life. This could be air, water, metals, minerals, animals, plants, humans, etc. (Genesis 1:29-30).

God in His mercies has endowed every society with human and natural resources which enable them to produce the goods and services needed for their survival and prosperity (Kings 5:6).

Resources can be grouped into three; capital resources, natural resources and human resources. Our focus in this lesson is on how to effectively manage the resources that surround us.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To build managerial skills in students.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Define resources.
• Mention how to manage resources.
• Mention how to manage people.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

• Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments.
• Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
• Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Genesis 39:2-4.

Joseph prospered in his master’s house because God was with him. This made his master to favour him and appoint him overseer over his house.

Read verses 3 and 4 and write out the qualities you can find in Joseph:

i. …
ii. …
iii. ….
iv. …..

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline of teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: MANAGING CAPITAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES

A. Capital and natural resources in our care must be properly accounted for (Genesis 31:38-40). This shows:

1. A high level of responsibility in making sure that the resources are fully maximised.

2. Resources are to be properly controlled and used (Genesis 1:28-30). For instance,
i. Money as a capital resource must be spent wisely and multiplied through investment (Luke 19:12-16).
ii. Abusing resources through any torm of wastage is gross indiscipline and dis-service to humanity (Proverbs 21:20; Luke 15:11-14).

B. Resource management also comes with a high level of integrity; irrespective of the number of resources in our care we must be honest about the way we dispense them (1 Samuel 12:3). Hence:

1. It is expedient that we take proper care and be productive with the resources in our sphere of influence (Genesis 30:29-30; Genesis 39:3).

2. We need to know that we are holding forth for any resource in our care; we shall all give account (Matthew 25:19).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention how to manage a business capital.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: MANAGING PEOPLE

A. Every creature of God is useful if properly discovered and engaged appropriately (Judges 11:7-8; Ephesians 3:7-8). This is evident in the case of:

1. The four lepers were regarded as outcasts but God used them to bring succour to the nation of Israel in the time of tamine (2 Kings 7:8-9).

2. Mighty men of David: we must harness the strength of the people society may regard as invalid and turn them from dross into silver (1 Samuel 22:1-2; 1 Chronicles 11:10-11).

3. Peter: Bring out the best in everyone just as Jesus turned timid Peter into a bold evangelist (Luke 22:55-61; Acts 2:14; Acts 4:13).

4. People of Jerusalem: Manage people well; Nehemiah did these with the people of Jerusalem and got results (Nehemiah 2:18; 4:1Z; 12:27).

B. Humans are created with varying talents; these gifts should be discovered and used to the optimum.

1. When humans are inspired, they will delightfully work effectively (Nehemiah 2:17-18).

2. Discover people’s strengths and leverage them while you help them work on their weaknesses (Acts 18:24-26).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Can you remember the impact of a good leader you once had?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 18 January 2026

Every resource must be seen as a gift that must be well managed to bless others.

EVALUATION:
Mention the three groups of resources stated above.

CLOSING PRAYER:
Lord, make me a good manager of resources in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 20

Students should identify five (5) ways people can be managed (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 19 topic: MAINTAIN EXCELLENCE

Date: 11 January 2026

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TOPIC: MAINTAIN EXCELLENCE

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, help me to excel in life.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
The teacher should review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Daniel 6:1-4

1 It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes, which should be over the whole kingdom;
2 And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts unto them, and the king should have no damage.
3 Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm.
4 Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.” 1 Corinthians 10:12.

INTRODUCTION

Reaching the top in any area of life whether in spiritual growth, career, ministry, relationships, etc. is a great achievement. However, staying at the top requires as much dedication as it took to get there (1 Corinthians 9:24-27). Without diligence and balance, one can easily slip from a place of excellence. In this lesson, we will explore how to maintain excellence.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage the students to embrace the culture of excellence.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Describe God as the source of excellence.
• Highlight the methods of maintaining excellence.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Daniel 6:1-4.

King Darius decided to set 120 Princes over his kingdom and three Presidents to oversee the Princes. He also made Daniel the head of the three Presidents. The King preferred Daniel above all the Princes and Presidents because an excellent spirit was in him. He therefore thought to set Daniel over the whole realm.

Read verse 4 and mention how Daniel maintained ex-cellence.

i. ……….
i. ……..
iii. …….

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline of teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: BIBLICAL SOURCE

A. The Bible establishes excellence as a core value rooted in God’s nature (Job 37:23). For instance:

i. God demonstrated excellence by creating the world with order, purpose and beauty (Genesis 1:31).

ii. As God’s children, we are called to imitate Him in all things, excellence inclusive (Ephesians 5:1).

B. Excellence is linked with wisdom (Daniel 5:14) and moral integrity (Daniel 6:2-3).

i. Daniel and Joseph showed excellence in their character and work and these opened doors for them to serve God and others in positions of influence (Daniel 1:8, 20; Genesis 39:7-9).

ii. Thus, the biblical foundation for excellence not only glorifies God but also reflects His transformative power in a believer’s life (Daniel 5:11-12).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention how an individual can attain excellence.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: THE METHODS

Excellence is not achieved overnight; it requires thoughtful approaches and strategies to preserve and sustain it. The following are some ways to safeguard excellence.

1. Stay anchored in God’s purpose. When we stay grounded in God’s resolve for our lives, we avoid pride and worldly distractions (Luke 12:16-21).

2.  Pray, study the word, and listen to the Holy Spirit as He leads in every step. This is important (Mark 13:33; 2 Peter 1:10).

3. Set boundaries in every area: work, family, ministry, and personal growth. Prioritising balance in your daily life helps to avoid burnout (Ecclesiastes 3:1; Ecclesiastes 4:6). This is because true excellence includes caring for your physical body, as it is the temple of the Holy Spirit (Corinthians 6:19-20).

4. Maintain healthy relationships (1 Timothy 6:18).

5. Stay humble: Be open to learning and improving yourself (James 4:6; Proverbs 11:14).

6. Use your position to serve others with a heart of compassion (Philippians2:3-4).

7. Mentor those who are coming up behind you. Share your knowledge and resources, and encourage others in their journey (2 Timothy 2:2; Matthew 20:28).

8. Remain diligent and vigilant (1 Corinthians 10:12). Avoid laziness or overconfidence, and keep pressing forward, knowing that excellence is a continuous journey (Proverbs 12:24).

9. Renew your commitment to excellence, set new goals and seek ways to grow spiritually, professionally, and personally (Philippians 3:12-14).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

The class should discuss if it is possible to be faultless like Daniel.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 11 January 2026

Maintaining excellence requires balance, humility, focus and a heart anchored in God’s purpose.

EVALUATION:
What should be believers’ disposition to excellence?

CLOSING PRAYER:
Lord, help me to maintain excellence in all my endeavours in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 19

Students should identify five (5) methods through which they can safeguard excellence (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 18 topic: THE ATTITUDE OF THANKSGIVING

Date: 4 January 2026

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TOPIC: THE ATTITUDE OF THANKSGIVING

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, thank You for the gift of a beautiful year in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
The teacher should welcome the class to the New Year.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalm 95:1-6

1 O come, let us sing unto the Lord: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.
2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.
3 For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods.
4 In his hand are the deep places of the earth: the strength of the hills is his also.
5 The sea is his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry land.
6 O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the Lord our maker.

MEMORY VERSE:

“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

INTRODUCTION

As we begin the New Year, we need to count our blessings and take on the attitude of thanksgiving. Our hope will be renewed when we remember past blessings and receive the future with gratitude (Psalm 65:11). So, we must cultivate the habit of giving thanks rather than complaining (Psalm 107:21-22).

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage the students to embrace the culture of thanksgiving.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Declare that God is the source of all good things.
• Proclaim that God is good.

TEACHING PLAN:

1. To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Psalm 95:1-6.

A. The Psalmist encourages all readers to do certain things in verses 1 and 2:

1. Sing unto the LORD.

2. …………..

3. …………..

4. ………….

B. Why should we do all these? Read verses 3 to 5:

1. ……………

2. …………..

3. ………….

4. ………….

C. How can we worship God?

1. ………

2. ……..

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline of teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: GOD IS THE SOURCE

A. God is the source of all good things (James 1:17; Deuteronomy 26:11).

1. He created them all for His pleasure (Revelation 4:11).

2. He provides, protects and preserves His own (Psalm 23:1-5).

3. He empowers and blesses the diligent (Deuteronomy 8:18; Proverbs 10:22).

4. His care for us is unique (Matthew 10:29-31) even when we do not understand His ways and our testimony seems delayed (Isaiah 55:8-9; Psalm 30:5b).

5. He makes all things beautiful in His time (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

B. We will be ingrates if we fail to acknowledge these and many more (Psalm 8:4-6). This is why the apostle Paul admonishes us to give thanks to God in everything (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention some other reasons we should thank God.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: BE THANKFUL

A. God is good (Psalm 73:1; 106:1). When something evil happens, it is not authored by God though He knows about it (1 Corinthians 14:33; James 1:13). We must realise that God makes all things work together for good for His children (Romans 8:28).

B. If we take stock of His goodness and mercy in our lives, we will discover that the best thing to do is to make thanksgiving part of our everyday life and not an occasional activity (Psalm 34:1).

C. Therefore, believers must choose to focus on the positives of life (not the negatives) and be thanktul to God, in all things and at all times (2 Samuel 22:47-50; Ephesians 5:20). This is a call to rise above discour-agement, doubt, envy, and self-pity to reach a new level of hope for the blessings which the Lord will pour upon us (Psalm 42:5).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Sing a beautiful song of thanksgiving to God.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 4 January 2026

Live a life of thanksgiving.

EVALUATION:
Who should take the credit for all achievements in a man’s life?

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father Lord, I thank You for my existence.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 18

Students should mention five (5) reasons they should be thankful (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 17 topic: HANDLING CRITICISM

Date: 28 December 2025

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TOPIC: HANDLING CRITICISM

OPENING PRAYER:
Almighty God, help me to be open to constructive criticism.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
The teacher should review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 14:3-10

3 For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for Herodias’ sake, his brother Philip’s wife.
4 For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her.
5 And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.

6 But when Herod’s birthday was kept, the daughter of Herodias danced before them, and pleased Herod.
7 Whereupon he promised with an oath to give her whatsoever she would ask.
8 And she, being before instructed of her mother, said, Give me here John Baptist’s head in a charger.
9 And the king was sorry: nevertheless for the oath’s sake, and them which sat with him at meat, he commanded it to be given her.
10 And he sent, and beheaded John in the prison.

MEMORY VERSE:

“But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.” Galatians 2:11.

INTRODUCTION

Criticism is simply feedback that we may find difficult to bear but that we need if we are to expand our awareness of the impact of our actions on others. We can use criticism positively, or in a negative way that can lower self-esteem and cause anger or aggression (1Kings 21:15-20).

Generally, criticism helps identify areas for improvement and enhances self-awareness. Thus, handling criticism effectively is crucial for personal and professional growth.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage learners to see criticism as part of life.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define criticism.
2. Mention the types of criticisms known to them
3. State how to deal with criticisms.

TEACHING PLAN:

1. To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discus-sion, and do class activities and assignments.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Matthew 14:3-10

Herod arrested and put John the Baptist in prison because the latter criticised him for taking Herodias, his brother’s wife. Herod could not take John’s criticism but he was afraid to kill him because he felt the people might be angry. However, he ended up killing John the Baptist to please Herodias and her daughter.

Read this Bible passage carefully and write at least three lessons you can draw from it:
i….
ii. …
iii. .
iv…
v.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Discussion Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: TYPES OF CRITICISM

The class should discuss the types of criticisms known to them and the ones they have experienced. The teacher should thereafter guide the class through the following:

There are various types of criticism but our focus is on constructive and destructive criticisms.

Learning to recognise the difference between the two will help us deal with any criticism we may face.

A. Constructive criticism:

1. Constructive criticism is designed to point out our mistakes (Galatians 2:11-14).
2. It shows us where and how improvements can be made (Matthew 23:23).
3. It should be viewed as useful feedback that can help us improve ourselves rather than put us down (2 Samuel 12:7-13).

B. Destructive criticism, on the other hand:

1. Is malicious and hurtful (Proverbs 12:18a).
2. In some cases, it leads to anger and/or aggression (Proverbs 15:1).
3. Is usually intended as a personal attack, planned to harm someone’s self-esteem.
4. Is usually not aimed at prottering solutions.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Have you ever criticised someone destructively?

LESSON OUTLINE 2: DEAL WITH IT

A. Some people are critical by nature and may not always realise that they are hurting the feelings ., others. If you know a person who is critical of everything try not to take their comments too seriously, as this is just part of their personality.

B. To effectively respond to criticism,

1. We need to relax and listen carefully to what the other person is saying (Proverbs 18:13; James 1:19).
2. Ask for clarification if the criticism is somewhat vague.
3. Decide whether the criticism is fair or unfair (Luke 12:57).
4. Look to see if there is a ‘grain’ of truth in what is being said (2 Corinthians 13:8). This may be hard to do as we may have a desire to deny or defend our actions (1 Samuel 15:14-15).
5. If we can find some truth in the statement, then we must take responsibility for our behaviour (2 Samuel 12:13).
6. If the criticism is fair, ask for an alternative as to how to correct the situation and behave differently (Proverbs 11:14).

C. Please, take note of the following:

1. Focus on the issue, not the person and practice self-retlection with a growth mindset (Genesis 13:7-2).
2. Whatever the circumstance is, do not respond in anger as this will cause a scene and create bad feelings, and possibly a bad image of you (Ecclesiastes 7:9).
3. Try to remain calm and treat the other person with respect and understanding (Ephesians 4:2).
4. If you do feel you may lose control or say something potentially damaging, walk away. (Timothy 2:24).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Do you think you can follow all the guidelines above, if not, would you be willing to try?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 28 December 2025

Build resilience and see criticism as an opportunity for growth.

EVALUATION:
Distinguish between the two types of criticism mentioned above.

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, I receive the grace to be emotionally intelligent when criticised.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 17

Students should mention five (5) ways to deal with criticism (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 16 topic: THE GAME CHANGERS

Date: 21 December 2025

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TOPIC: THE GAME CHANGERS

OPENING PRAYER:
Almighty God, help me to be innovative in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
The teacher should review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 15:22-28

22 And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.
23 But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she crieth after us.
24 But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
25 Then came she and worshipped him, saying, Lord, help me.
26 But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children’s bread, and to cast it to dogs.
27 And she said, Truth, Lord: yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their masters’ table.
28 Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go in unto the king, which is not according to the law: and if I perish, I perish.” Esther 4:16.

INTRODUCTION

A game changer is a person or an idea that positively changes the way things are done. It is a “dynamics” newly introduced that transforms an existing situation/activity in a significant or complete way. Game changers work assiduously to launch a technique that brings a major shift from the old order. They change existing conditions by revitalising them and bringing out the best in them.

In business, ministry, organisations, families, etc. game changers alter old strategies and conceive a new way of moving forward. We shall examine the qualities and results of game changers.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage learners to be dynamic.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

1. Say who “game changers” are.
2. Mention the qualities of game changers.
3. State the upshots of “game changers.”

TEACHING PLAN:

1. To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Matthew 15:22-28.

A Canaanite woman went to Jesus to beseech Him to heal her daughter and deliver her from the demon tormenting her, but Jesus did not answer.

When He eventually did, Jesus said He was only sent to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

How did this woman turn the table in her favour?

What did she do to be a ‘game-changer?’ Read verses 25-27 as a guide.

1. …
2….
3….
4….
5….

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: QUALITIES

The teacher should allow the students to explain what they know about ‘game changers’ and give examples. The teacher should explain the following to the class:

Some of the qualities of “game changers” include:

1. “Game changers” are visionary and innovative persons who proffer solutions to problems or change the perception of people from negative to positive (Nehemiah 2:17-18; 4:17-18).
2. They are dogged and never take “no” for an answer (Luke 18:3-5).
3. These people are highly creative in their thoughts and actions because they are always driven by the desire for change and are never comfortable with the status quo (2 Chronicles 26:14-15).
4. They are audacious as they take the bull by the horns (1 Samuel 17:36).
5. “Game changers” are master strategists who employ tact in bringing about the required transformation where they are (1 Corinthians 9:19-22).
6. They are great planners who work tirelessly to see that a good idea is implemented (Genesis 41:33-37,47-49).
7. They stand as worthy representatives (Dan 1:8) of their organizations, ministries, families, etc. and ensure their noble policies see the light of the day.
8. They change the trajectory to bring about a progressive change (Ruth 1:15-16).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Have you tried to be a game changer, what problem did you encounter?

LESSON OUTLINE 2: UPSHOTS

The class should discuss what “game changers” are likely to achieve, then the teacher should explain the following:

A. “Game changers” through their unrelenting efforts achieve great results.

1. They unravel knotty issues (Daniel 2:19). Wholesome developments that are beneficial to all are initiated and they project their family, min-istry, organization, etc. in a good light (Joshua 2:12-13).

2. Irrespective of the odds, they are ready to move the organisation or people to the next phase (Numbers 13:30).

3. Regardless of the problem; they ensure that they get to its root to accomplish the required goals (Nehemiah 2:3-5).

B. Other important things to note about “game changers” are:

1. “Game changers” usually introduce a better way of going about a task or condition and with that, life becomes easier (Exodus 18:15-22).
2. These people stand out from the crowd ke cause they are always bent on bringing out the best anywhere they are (Daniel 5:11-12).
3. A “game changer:” breaks new ground by removing obstacles to progress (Genesis 26:18-22).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Would you like to be a “game changer?”

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 21 December 2025

Be a game changer!

EVALUATION:
What does it mean to be a game changer?

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, in the name of Jesus, I decree and declare that I am a game changer, a problem solver and a solution provider.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 16

Students should practically spur a positive change in their immediate environment this week (No Marks).

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